Ammonite Pendant with Garnet and Quartz Crystals
- 2 inches tall by 1.25 inches wide
- Comes with 16 inch doubled up copper chain
- One of a kind, hand made by Mermaid Raven.
- Pure Copper electroformed and oxidized by hand.
Ammonites were cephalopods with a similar appearances to a nautilus. They lived in the oceans between 360- 65 million years ago. The name ‘ammonite’ originates from the greek ram-horned god called Ammon. Ammonites went extinct around the same time as the dinosaurs, and their beautiful spiral shells have been fossilized with different minerals over time.
Garnet is a silicate mineral that comes in many different varieties and colors. Garnet has been a desirable gem for jewelry making throughout history. Artifacts containing Garnets have been found in Egypt dating back to 3100 B.C. Garnet is found worldwide in almost every color, with blue and violet being the few exclusions.
Quartz is a silicate mineral that comes in many different formations and varieties, and can be found worldwide. It has been used for jewelry, tools, and home decor throughout history. Quartz contains a type of electricity known as piezoelectricity that is used to power many different things such as wristwatches, hospital machines, and electric lighters.
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Jewelry Care
It is recommended that you remove your jewelry prior to sleeping, bathing, exercising, or cleaning with chemicals. Each piece has been sealed with a non-toxic jewelry lacquer. You may gently clean your piece with mild soap and water but never use chemicals or other types of cleaners because this can damage the gemstones and remove the patina on the piece. Jewelry should be stored away from natural sunlight and heat in a protective jewelry box (like the one provided).
SAFETY/ALLERGY **All of our Jewelry is Nickel-Free**
Copper is a low-allergic metal and should cause no harm during contact with your skin. If you have had copper allergic reactions in the past, avoid copper jewelry. If you have any concerns about your health and wearing copper, consult your doctor.